The much-anticipated Economic Survey for the financial year 2024-25 is set to be presented in Parliament, offering a detailed analysis of India’s economic trajectory. Released a day before the Union Budget, this annual report evaluates key sectors such as agriculture, industry, and services, providing insights into trends, challenges, and policy recommendations to drive sustainable growth.
The Economic Survey serves as a crucial document for assessing the country’s economic health. Published by the Ministry of Finance, it outlines the government’s perspective on financial developments, structural reforms, and future economic projections. The survey plays a vital role in shaping policy decisions, offering a roadmap for economic strategies and reforms needed to address growth barriers.
The survey is meticulously prepared by the Economic Division of the Department of Economic Affairs, working under the guidance of the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA). Once compiled, the Finance Minister presents the document in Parliament, setting the stage for informed discussions ahead of the Union Budget.
Economic Survey 2025 highlights significant progress in rural infrastructure, particularly in drinking water and sanitation, under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and Swachh Bharat Mission–Grameen (SBM-G). Launched in August 2019, the JJM has expanded tap water access from 17% of rural households to 79.1% as of November 26, 2024, benefiting over 12.06 crore families. READ MORE
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